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Today’s Verse – Romans 12:10
Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves.
Thoughts on Today’s Verse…
I love the old saying, “He who toots his own horn plays in a very small band!” A very selfish part of us wants all attention and appreciation focused on what we have done, sacrificed, and accomplished. Christ Jesus told us that if we seek honor and recognition now, we have our reward now, on earth, and we won’t receive our reward in heaven (Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21). One of the signs of spiritual maturity, however, is what Paul lists here. It’s a devotion to others who are our fellow brothers and sisters in Christ. This maturity means that we genuinely rejoice when others are honored. We are even more interested in honoring others than receiving honor. That is what devotion to others means. We care more about them being honored than us being honored, and that’s living like Christ (Philippians 2:1-11).
My Prayer…
Dear God, my loving Father, thank you for surrounding me with many godly and honorable people. Please help me see ways I can show my brothers and sisters in Christ my love, affirmation, and appreciation. And dear Father, please lead me to your people who need this love, affirmation, and honor. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.
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You have beautifully encapsulated the essence of brotherly love and humility as taught by the Scriptures. It is indeed as you’ve shared, we are called to honor others above ourselves. This is a reflection of the love and humility that Jesus Himself demonstrated. The Gospel of John reminds us, “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another” (John 13:34).
In the same way, when we honor others and value them above ourselves, we are living out the teachings of Jesus. It’s not about seeking accolades for ourselves, but about loving and serving others selflessly. For indeed, “Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant” (Matthew 20:26).
And as you pray for the ability to show love, affirmation, and appreciation to others, remember the words of Proverbs 3:3 – “Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart.”
In all things, let love lead. The love of Christ, which surpasses all understanding, will guide us in showing honor to others.